The Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest is conducting recreation visitor surveys throughout the summer and into the fall. The information will be used for forest and local community tourism planning. The goal is to provide the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest recreation staff with an estimate of how many people actually visit the forest and what activities they engage […]
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By Alexander S. Corey, Las Vegas Review-Journal The U.S. Supreme Court could soon rule in a case involving the legality of President Barack Obama’s 2014 immigration plan to protect millions of undocumented immigrants from deportation. The decision could affect thousands of people in Nevada, where 8 percent of the population is undocumented —the highest percentage […]
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Public comments on the draft environmental impact report/environmental impact statement for the Placer County Tahoe Basin Area Plan and Tahoe City Lodge will be taken until Aug. 15. The county’s goal is to spur sustainable redevelopment in Kings Beach and Tahoe City. The environmental document analyzes impacts of the Tahoe Area Plan and the Tahoe City Lodge […]
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By Benjamin Spillman, Reno Gazette-Journal If you’re wondering about the relationship between target shooting and wildfire risk you don’t have to rely on speculation or anecdotal reports. The U.S. Forest Service has a thorough scientific study of the question that seemingly provides an answer. And the answer is, yes, firing bullets into dry vegetation can […]
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Building on its June Go4Baroque Summer MusicFest kickoff series, TOCCATA will continue its 21-concert Summer MusicFest with TOCCATA BOPS, featuring best of Broadway, opera hits, pops and patriotic selections. The first concert is July 3, 7pm on the Village Green in Incline Village as part of Red, White and Tahoe Blue, and opens with a […]
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The League to Save Lake Tahoe’s 4th annual Summer Kickoff – Native Garden Celebration is June 24 from 5-8pm. It’s an opportunity to learn about native landscapes, tour the Leagues’ native garden and learn more about the League. Bring your friends and family while we get together to recognize our dedicated volunteers and enjoy There will […]
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By Benjamin Spillman, Reno Gazette-Journal Charles Williams’ hike went from sunny to scary in an instant. He had been hiking all day on the Pacific Crest Trail when he reached the south fork of the Kings River near Mather Pass, south of Bishop. Williams, 46, of Quincy is an avid hiker with high-altitude experience and […]
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Kings Beach will start the Independence Day holiday on July 3. Festivities take place from 4-10pm at the North Tahoe Event Center. North Tahoe Business Association hosts the Beach Party as a Kings Beach Fireworks fundraiser. The event is open to all ages and features preferred fireworks seating, food vendors, a beer/wine and mixed drink […]
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The U.S. Forest Service is proposing to restore Taylor and Tallac creek ecosystems, and maintain and improve visitor services. Comments are being taken on the environmental assessment until July 17. Taylor and Tallac channels were historically connected through a series of four swales, which formed a large wetland complex. The Forest Service proposes to restore […]
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By Jessie Marchesseau If you happen to get lost in the wilderness and need to call search and rescue sometime in the future, it’s possible you may spot a drone overhead looking for you. As unmanned aerial systems, also known as drones, become more commonplace, the various uses for them are quickly multiplying. From monitoring […]
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